UK GREETINGS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
57Fair
0.0vs last year
#3209 in UK
#130 in Creative
#138 in Yorkshire and The Humber

Company Information

Company Number
03480710
Registered Address
Mill Street East, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 9AW
Status
Active
Employee Count
2,691
Turnover
£129,745,000
EBITDA
£19,422,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
15 December 1997
Nature of Business
17290 - Manufacture of other articles of paper and paperboard not elsewhere classified
Industries
Creative,Media And Publishing,Lifestyle And Entertainment,Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
Yorkshire and The Humber

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
43 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
32%
31-60 Days
47%
After 60 Days
21%
Not Paid Within Terms11%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-03-19
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202519 Mar 20254332%47%21%11%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202402 Apr 20244533%53%14%12%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202329 Sept 20234229%52%19%13%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202329 Mar 20233936%58%6%16%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202226 Sept 20224233%43%24%16%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202231 Mar 20223845%45%10%17%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202127 Sept 20213840%50%10%13%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202109 Apr 20214236%51%13%20%
01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202012 Oct 20204829%49%22%37%
01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 201928 Mar 20193546%46%8%16%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Default payment terms are 60 days end of month however payment terms are agreed with suppliers as part of contract negotiations. The most common payment terms of invoices paid in the period are 30 days of invoice date as these are generally smaller companies or self employed.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

" All invoices, payment queries and disputes should be directed to the accounts payable email address accounts.payable@ukgreetings.co.uk. Accounts Payable will then work with the relevant internal department to resolve the issue in a timely manner. All payment terms are dealt with by our Procurement Department. Invoices, credit notes and statements should ideally be emailed to accounts.payable@ukgreetings.co.uk to reduce delays or alternatively sent by post to Accounts Payable, UK Greetings Ltd, Mill Street East, Dewsbury WF13 9AW. Telephone queries are taken Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm. If you need to speak to Accounts Payable please call 01924 465200 and ask for Accounts Payable"

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

UK Greetings Limited is a leading supplier of greeting cards and related products in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1906, the company has a long history of providing high-quality products and services to its customers.

As part of its commitment to sustainability, UK Greetings Limited has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. This includes using sustainable materials in its products, such as FSC certified paper, and reducing its carbon emissions through efficient production processes.

The company's product range includes a wide variety of greeting cards for all occasions, as well as gift wrap, gift bags, and party supplies. They also offer personalized cards and gifts through their online platform, allowing customers to create unique and meaningful items.

The key people at UK Greetings Limited include its CEO, John Smyth, and its managing director, Sarah-Jane Porter. They lead a team of talented designers and marketers who continuously innovate and create new products to meet the ever-changing demands of the market.

For any inquiries or orders, customers can contact UK Greetings Limited through their website www.ukgreetings.co.uk. The company's registered office address is Lakeside, Cheadle Royal Business Park, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 3SA.

In summary, UK Greetings Limited is a well-established company in the UK that offers a wide range of sustainable greeting cards and related products. With a strong focus on sustainability and a team of dedicated individuals, the company continues to provide quality products and services to its customers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£3,553,000
Net Worth
£44,535,000
Total Current Assets
£58,001,000
Total Current Liabilities
£32,624,000

Company Location